Steering Wheel Controls + New Stereo?

WildcaTaco · 09-21-2007, 11:19 AM

Is it possible to upgrade my stereo and still retain use of the stock steering wheel controls? I tried to search this out on this forums but to no real avail. Brand really isn't a concern would like to have the ability to have an ipod hook up, GPS, and satellite radio. Thanks!

007Tacoma · 09-21-2007, 11:35 AM

There is a device available to retain your wheel controls. I think you can find it on Crutchfield.com.

I will try to find it over the weekend if possible.

lsocoee · 09-21-2007, 12:05 PM

Yes, it is possible to maintain functionality. It all depends on the head unit you are planning on upgrading to.

I would pick out a few different head units and then start googling for the head unit and wheel controls.

WildcaTaco · 09-21-2007, 02:34 PM

Hmm ok. I thought I had heard there was a stereo that would just do direct plug and play with our system, something about them being the same manufacturer just different name then what the stock deck is.

TrippinEx · 09-21-2007, 06:49 PM

Never used one before, but I've seen people post the use of a SWI-JACK Steering Wheel adapter to do what you're talking about.

tigerdongal · 09-21-2007, 09:00 PM

i got mine off e bay for about $40 less than anywhere else. I think it is a PAC Swip or something like that, it works well and I'd reccomend going to their official site for the install instructions as the ones on the pack are crap! The site gives you specifics for your truck. Mine works really well with the MP3 stuff on my Pioneer.

WildcaTaco · 09-25-2007, 10:45 PM

ok well the two head units I have pretty much picked out are the pioneer avic-d3 and eclipse 6600 (maybe the 5510). I know the eclipse is plug and play but not sure about the pioneer (currently my favorite)

pb2themax · 09-25-2007, 11:06 PM

The Eclipse AVN-6600 will plug right in to the steering wheel controls. The Pioneers won't. I heard that the new AVN-6610 doesn't have the steering wheel control inputs, but I'm not positive.

09-21-2007, 11:19 AM	#1
WildcaTaco Member Joined: Sep 2007, #2746 Posts: 91 06 Access Cab V6 TRD Off-Road PreRunner 2006 Access Cab Manual Removed Secondary Air Filter	Steering Wheel Controls + New Stereo? Is it possible to upgrade my stereo and still retain use of the stock steering wheel controls? I tried to search this out on this forums but to no real avail. Brand really isn't a concern would like to have the ability to have an ipod hook up, GPS, and satellite radio. Thanks!

09-21-2007, 11:35 AM	#2
007Tacoma Moderator; TW Moderator Joined: Jan 2007, #643 Location: San Antonio, Texas Age: 27 Gender: Guy Posts: 5,822 08 PreRunner SR5 DoubleCab LongBed BSP 2008 Double Cab Automatic 4.0L TacomaWorld.com Sticker, URD True Cold Air Intake, Debadged, Blackened Headlight Mod, 30% Window Tint, Access LE Tonneau, Bed Mat, OEM Daytime Running Lights + On/Off Switch, Fogs-On-Anytime Mod, Alternating Turn-Signal Mod, Canvas Seat Covers, Pioneer Stereo, iPod Connection, PAC steering wheel remote, Homemade Bike Rack (4 bikes), Firestone Destination ATs 265/75R16, TRD Suspension Upgrade	There is a device available to retain your wheel controls. I think you can find it on Crutchfield.com. I will try to find it over the weekend if possible. __________________ 007Tacoma is currently out of the forum and on vacation. If you would like to leave a message for 007, do so here: beep

09-21-2007, 12:05 PM	#3
lsocoee Why am I always the little spoon? Joined: Feb 2007, #872 Location: Metairie, LA Gender: Dude Posts: 6,738 2007 PreRunner SR5 Double Cab Long B 2007 Double Cab Automatic V-6 Bed mat, URD CAI, URD MAF Calibrator, C2C Hood Struts, Wet Okole Seat Covers, Pop-n-Lok, Wet Okole Underwear	Yes, it is possible to maintain functionality. It all depends on the head unit you are planning on upgrading to. I would pick out a few different head units and then start googling for the head unit and wheel controls. __________________ Tacoma World: One big happily dysfunctional family.

09-25-2007, 11:06 PM	#8
pb2themax Mod Master Joined: Dec 2006, #500 Posts: 386 TRD Sport 4x4 2005 Double Cab Automatic 4.0	The Eclipse AVN-6600 will plug right in to the steering wheel controls. The Pioneers won't. I heard that the new AVN-6610 doesn't have the steering wheel control inputs, but I'm not positive. __________________ My 05 Tacoma CarDomain

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09-21-2007, 02:34 PM	#4
WildcaTaco Member Joined: Sep 2007, #2746 Posts: 91 06 Access Cab V6 TRD Off-Road PreRunner 2006 Access Cab Manual Removed Secondary Air Filter	Hmm ok. I thought I had heard there was a stereo that would just do direct plug and play with our system, something about them being the same manufacturer just different name then what the stock deck is.

09-21-2007, 06:49 PM	#5
TrippinEx Member Joined: Jul 2007, #2177 Location: Atlanta Posts: 34 06 PreRunner SR5 2006 Double Cab Automatic V6 Extang Trifecta tonneau cover, Kenwood DNX7100, leather seats, rims, K&N Filter	Never used one before, but I've seen people post the use of a SWI-JACK Steering Wheel adapter to do what you're talking about.

09-21-2007, 09:00 PM	#6
tigerdongal Member Joined: Jun 2007, #1958 Posts: 56 TRD SPORT 2006 Access Cab Manual 4.0L Memphis PR Amp, Memphis 10" Sub, Custom Sub-box, Undcover tonneau, Pioneer DEH-P7900BT, USB Adaptor, Steering Column Adapter, Crossfire Car Audio XP2402 on the speakers. Now with dB Platinums and also custom tweeter mounts!	i got mine off e bay for about $40 less than anywhere else. I think it is a PAC Swip or something like that, it works well and I'd reccomend going to their official site for the install instructions as the ones on the pack are crap! The site gives you specifics for your truck. Mine works really well with the MP3 stuff on my Pioneer.

09-25-2007, 10:45 PM	#7
WildcaTaco Member Joined: Sep 2007, #2746 Posts: 91 06 Access Cab V6 TRD Off-Road PreRunner 2006 Access Cab Manual Removed Secondary Air Filter	ok well the two head units I have pretty much picked out are the pioneer avic-d3 and eclipse 6600 (maybe the 5510). I know the eclipse is plug and play but not sure about the pioneer (currently my favorite)

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